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September 8, 2026 Rhode Island Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for Governor, Rhode Island

Daniel J. McKee - D

►Websitewww.governordanmckee.com/

Helena Buonanno Foulkes - D

►Websitewww.helenafoulkes.com/

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Daniel J. McKee

Helena Buonanno Foulkes

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

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Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

On Entering Public Service

Housing & Communities

Affordable Housing / Rentals & Supports

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Jobs

Education & Schools

Public Schools K-12

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Abortion, Pro-Life & Genetic Engineering

Pro-Choice (Abortion) or Pro-Life

Gun & Property Rights

Gun Legislation and Control